Retirement Poems

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Hurray! You or someone you know has made it to the stage of life called retirement. This is quite the accomplishment, esspecially during this generation. Take the time to recognize and appreciate the hard work and determination that went into making this happen. Go out and celebrate with those that you love and take one of these poems with you while you are at it. Even though this is a phase of life that many people look forward to, it can often cause some confusion as well as excitement. Some people feel as though they are at a loss as far as what to do now that their working days are over. Send them a quick message, letting them know that you are there for them if they need you. They may just need to be reassured that they will still have people around them during this time. Also, giving them a short poem could give them the confidence that comes from knowing that others are in the same boat as they are. Sometimes all it takes is a short, sweet reminder that others are there.

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1The moments arrivedWhere my work day comes to endSuch a memorable beginningMany who have become my friendYet I sure won’t missHaving to awake early to startA new day of working, so sour and tartI’ll miss some of these days, like it was nothingNow I’m off to the beach, into the water I’m jumping

2Fishing trips, sand on my feetTime to enjoy life, it’s been waiting for meLate night dancing, with no needs to sorrowOf awakening early, for a long day tomorrowKicking back to relax, just enjoying the dayAllowing all my strugglesTo just drift awayRetirement

3Beep, goes my alarmAs I smack it with my handTime for another dayTime to work for the manBeep, goes my alarmI glare at it onceTime to get upTime to report to the bossBeep, goes my alarmAs I awake feeling so tiredWait just a minuteThat’s right, I’m retired

4After thirty years of hard work and serviceIt’s time to call it quits,End of an eraBut don’t look back in regretFor everything must come to an endBe happy of your achievementsFor your retirement awaits.

5All those years you gave your sweat and bloodAll those years you sacrificed your sleepDedication and commitment to the companyNow it’s time to cash in your chipsCurtain call on your career,It’s time to go home and live your life.

6I’ve made a lot of mistakesBut choosing to retire isn’t one of themThe time is right,I have given everything to this jobAnd now my age can’t allow me to do anymoreI believe it’s time to get out and never look back.

7This is the time that you always knewWould be the time set aside for youTo enjoy those things that you loveTo fulfill those plans that you dreamed ofBut if you expected peace and quietRetirement can and will be a riot

8And now your life begins anewHardships past and struggles trueRelax out in your comfy chairTake a walk breathe in the airTime to travel read a bookTake up gambling try your luckBut whatever you decide to doBe sure to take time just for you

9The weekdays of your life are overSell the saloon and buy a Land RoverPlaying golf by the seaTaking in a matineeEnjoying holidays abroadLots to do won’t get boredLive your life to its fullestRetirement is not the dullest

10Congratulations on your retirementYou served the company for a long whileIt is time to do youIt’s time to bid adieuYour life is now going to be aflushIt is time to bid farewellTo every subordinateAnd say hi to your familyBecause you will be headingTo a life much betterHappy Retirement

11You are about to enter a worldWhere you can sip on coffeeAnd strut around the houseIn your jammies and a teeThis is when you will really enjoyThe beautiful evening sunsetsAnd sips hot tea at sunriseIt will be amazing, I bet.Happy Retirement.

12Retirement is a timeFor feeling good to be alive,A time when friendship blossomAnd enthusiasms thrive.A chance to do the special thingsYou always wished you could.Retirement is a aspecial timeFor knowing…life is good.Congratulations on your retirement.

13The day has come,I’m finally done,Not a day more can keep me here,Not one, none.I’m finally free,To do as I please,Free as a bird,Flying in the breeze.Maybe I’ll buy a yacht,Maybe I’ll go to Japan,Either way if good with me,As long as I can work on my tan.

14Looking back on my time in the working world,I’m proud of what I’ve done,From Assistant to President,It’s been a hell of a ride,But the titles don’t really matter,It’s the thank you from a client,And the lives that I’ve changed,That matter the most to me.It’s not about the money,It’s not about the fame,It’s about improving yourself and others.Making a difference,No matter how small,That’s what I’m proud of.

15I can’t imagen a day without you here,You’re my mentor, my boss, my friend,You’ve radically changed this place,From the atmosphere to the physical appeal,You brought inspiration and purpose,To each and every client,Like a painter perfecting his master piece,Ever so gently shaping and forming,Paying attention to the fine lines,You are irreplaceable,One of a kind,You made a lasting impression,You will be missed.

16You worked for many seasons,And for many years.You had lots of love for your labor,And it made life good.Your days of work are now over,So you get time for fun.Your retirement doesn’t mean life is over,It means life is left for fun.Congratulations on your retirement,Enjoy your life with love.

17Your days of work are over,Now you’re free to have fun.It’s time for golf and shuffleboard,For poker and laughs.It’s a time of freedom,And for family fun.Your pension covers everything,So you get to relax.

18Everyone said retirement is amazing,That it’s full of fun.But I find it boring,With not much to do.I’m not good at golfing,And I don’t care for games.There’s nothing good on tv,And it’s always a pain.I spend my time gardening,Which is something I have always done.But life is quite boring,When there is nothing to be done.

19Congrats, it’s time to retire.You have worked so hard to get here.You have conquered easy thingsAs well as allowed yourself to be refined by fire.Enjoy what is coming afterRemember to keep a sound mindFor when you do, peace is allThat you will surely find.

20Your work is finally doneOr has it just begunJust because you have retiredDoes not mean you can’t have fun.Continue to work hard, doing what you love.But don’t forget to take a break,And glance up above.

21It’s time to relax from workCongrats on an early retirement.I am sure your passion will fuel itself againAnd you find yourself working, in time,Only now, it won’t be out of obligation,But rather, out of pure joy.

22It is time to hang up your work hat,put on the Hawaiian shirt and say hello toretirement.Empowerment is encouraging when you get to choose howto spend your golden years- you can’t loose.Loosen the neck tie, watch it flyas you kiss work good-bye.

23The office is sad to see you go,though we know a world awaits.Your retirement date is circled,candles aglow on a cake.Carry our well wishes with youon your journey out the door…and wherever your next adventure awaits.

24The world is your oyster,it is time to explore.You overachiever, it is is time to retire.May you aspire to new goals thatfill you up like a balloon.Take a trip to Tahiti or visitthe moon.

25When my age hits sixty-five; And working days are through; I can finally feel alive; And find fun things to do; Retirement is a time to relax; To spend with family and friends; A time when golf pants and board shorts replace slacks; I hope retirement never ends!

26In small offices they toil; Typing on their keys; Or perhaps they dig the soil; Planting corn and peas; Eventually there comes a day; When work has tired them out; They can laugh, and run, and play; And jump, and sing, and shout; It’s time to retire to a greener pasture; Where cows do chew their cud; I wish the seconds would tick by faster; So I can retire, bud!

27When I finally can retire; When my work is done; Many helpers I can hire; So I can lay out in the sun; I’ll spend my days on golf courses; Or fishing off the dock; Perhaps I’ll learn to ride horses; When I don’t have to watch the clock; My golden hours I will spend; with my friends and family; I hope it never ends; Retirement’s the life for me!

28Years of commitment and sacrifice to your career have finally paid offYour dedication and strength all of these years is admirableMay you truly enjoy this next chapter of your lifeMay you find adventure, laughter and peace in your retirementYou truly deserve it

29May all of your future daysBe filled with the freedomTo do things your wayFor it is time to turn inAll of your hard workFor the ease of retirementYou deserve every perk!No more worries or meeting to makeNow you can relaxAnd sleep in late!Congratulations on your retirement

30Working with youHas been such a pleasureYou always smileNo matter the weatherI admire your work ethicThe daily tasks you doWhen something needs to be doneYou always pull through You have more than earnedBlissful years of retirementThank you for teaching meThe rules of empowermentNow it is time to go out and doAll your favorite thingsAfter all you’ve been through!Golfing, cooking, and gardeningAre some things you find funOh what joy and freedomRelax in the warm sunDo whatever it is that you likeI will surely miss having youIn my work lifeHappy Retirement

31you spent all these yearsworking withouta single tearnow it’s timeto take a breakwe appreciate all the workyou didbut now it’s timeto take a rest anddo nothing allday thank youthank youhappy retirement day

32i watched her workeverydayno job to bigno surface to smalli watched her takeit all inall the years of sweat andtearsnow’s the time toleave without fearsixty, seventyno one knowsbut long enough to beconsidered oldyour tired and worncan’t do it anymore

33retirement can be scaryand newbut look at all the workyou doit can be tough and sadbut look at all the friendsyou hadno need to cryor get upsetit’s time wetry something newjust think ofall the yardwork to do

34Work has been a long everyday practice,Presently it’s a great opportunity to change your scene.The adventure kept going, such huge numbers of years,Presently prepare, for certain cheers.You have done, a first class work,We will miss you, we may wail.Opportunity will be, something new,You’ll appreciate the fresh out of the plastic new view.We’re glad for you, that you’re finished,Attempt new leisure activities, have some good times.No more musings about – utilize,Relax, and offer your euphoria.

35When You RetireWhen you resign, you get the chance to rest more,Life is never again, a long monotonous task,You may do, anything you desire,Opportunity you get to, consistently display.When you resign, you get the chance to rest more,Your bones may be more seasoned, and somewhat sore.Purchase a great car, and go for a ride,No calendar to pursue, you’re just not tied.When you resign, you get the chance to rest more,Throughout the evening, who cares on the off chance that you wheeze.On the off chance that you have time, you may volunteer,Whatever you do, there’s nothing to fear.

36Desire to RetireWe realize it’s been your profound want,To leave this spot, lastly resign.Since you’re free, you can at last concede,Over and over, you needed to stop.Beyond any doubt your activity came up short on any allure,Rather it required, a lot of mallet.Be that as it may, we without a doubt chuckled a considerable amount,Our days were constantly loaded up with mind.Delight, share with us how you feel,This change is a huge arrangement.For quite a while you’ve been wishing,At the point when life will include a lot of angling.